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Moon illusion — The Moon illusion is an optical illusion in which the Moon appears larger near the horizon than it does while higher up in the sky. This optical illusion also occurs with the sun and star constellations. It has been known since ancient times, and … Wikipedia
moon illusion — Also known as Moon size illusion and horizon illusion. All three terms refer to the Moon s apparently increased size when it approaches the horizon, in comparison with its perceived size when it is in the zenith. The ratio of this apparent… … Dictionary of Hallucinations
Moon rabbit — The image of a rabbit delineated on moon s surface Chinese name Traditional Chinese … Wikipedia
illusion — illusioned, adj. /i looh zheuhn/, n. 1. something that deceives by producing a false or misleading impression of reality. 2. the state or condition of being deceived; misapprehension. 3. an instance of being deceived. 4. Psychol. a perception, as … Universalium
Moon — This article is about Earth s Moon. For moons in general, see Natural satellite. For other uses, see Moon (disambiguation) … Wikipedia
Moon in fiction — This article is about the Moon as the subject of and inspiration for creative works. For the Moon in mythology and religion, see Moon (mythology). The moon on the coat of arms of Grabow, Germany. The Moon has been the subject of many works of art … Wikipedia
illusion — Formerly known as illusio, fallacia, and idolum. The term illusion comes from the Latin verb illudere, which means to mock, to delude, to tempt. It is unknown when and by whom the term was introduced, but it has been in use since ancient times … Dictionary of Hallucinations
Moon landing conspiracy theories — Astronauts Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong in NASA s training mockup … Wikipedia
Moon Society — The Moon Society logo The Moon Society is a space advocacy organization, founded in 2000, and dedicated to promoting large scale human exploration, research, and settlement of the Moon. The objectives of the Society are: The creation of a… … Wikipedia
Moon rock — Olivine basalt collected by Apollo 15. Moon rock describes rock that formed on the Earth s moon. The term is also loosely applied to other lunar materials collected during the course of human exploration of the Moon. The rocks collect … Wikipedia
